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Are you a seasoned HR professional with a passion for driving organizational success? SSAB Europe is seeking a dynamic and experienced Vice President & Head of People & Culture to lead our HR initiatives and contribute to our long-term business performance. Location Stockholm, Helsinki or any of our major SSAB sites.

Becoming part of the SSAB family means joining a journey. A journey that we believe is essential for the sustainability of this planet. Steel has been one of the most important materials for developing our society and it will continue to be so. In the roofs over our heads, in the bridges connecting our cities and in the cars of tomorrow. At SSAB we are proud of our history and leadership in high-strength steel. But we are also aware that the production of steel is one of the largest emitters of greenhouse gases in the world. That has to change. That is why we have developed the world’s first fossil free steel production and has committed to becoming largely fossil-free by around 2030. As part of SSAB you will be instrumental in realizing this goal and push for the green transformation of the whole steel industry.

About the position

As the Vice President & Head of People & Culture at SSAB Europe, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our Division HR strategy and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. You will lead and develop our HR organization, making SSAB an attractive workplace and employer. Reporting directly to the EVP, you will be a key member of the Division management team, contributing to strategic planning and decision-making. You will be the direct manager for two senior HR Managers who are heading the HR teams in Business Unit Sweden and Business Unit Finland.

Main responsibilities

• Strategic HR leadership: Contribute to strategic planning and decision-making at the top divisional level to develop and implement a healthy organization aligned with SSAB's vision, values, and business objectives.
• FTE development and cost management: Manage FTE development in the division, oversee personal cost levels, and handle planning and forecasting to ensure efficient resource allocation.
• HR data management: Ensure accurate and timely HR reports, including headcount, FTE, sick leave, and short-term analyses, to support decision-making.
• Compliance and labor relations: Oversee compliance with company standards, labor laws, and union relations, ensuring SSAB governance aligns with applicable codes and legislation.
• Employer branding: Enhance SSAB's reputation as an attractive employer through effective HR strategies and initiatives.
• HR organization development: Lead and develop the HR organization within SSAB Europe, ensuring long-term relevance and effectiveness.
• Global HR contribution: Actively participate in the Global HR Management team, contributing to the overall strategic HR agenda and transformation initiatives.

About You

• University degree in Human Resources or an equivalent field.
• Solid corporate HR background with experience in HR partnering, business partnering, training, organizational development, compensation & benefits, and labor law.
• Proven managerial and leadership skills with the ability to lead and develop a diverse HR team.
• Strategic planning and decision-making ability at the top divisional level.
• Strong understanding of labor laws, compliance standards, and union relations.
• Proficiency in HR data management and reporting to support business decisions.

Our offer

At SSAB we strive for a diverse and inclusive environment. We use our values – driven, true and ahead – in making everyday decisions, keeping the customer at the heart of what we do. This makes us all team players, each with the drive to improve. When joining SSAB you will become part of an organization of passionate problem solvers working together on important challenges. We will support your growth by providing a safe and friendly workplace that contributes to work-life balance. If you set out to achieve it, at SSAB you will have the possibility of broadening your skills and grow within your field or beyond.

We offer a wide range of appreciated benefits to our employees. Some examples of these are listed here:

• Profit sharing
• Life balance through reduction of working hours
• Wellness grants

Recruitment process

1. Apply

2. Interview

3. Assessments

4. Reference Check

5. Sign

Background check may be a part of the recruitment process.

Got questions about this position?

Contact Tony Harrys, EVP Head of SSAB Europe, [email protected]

Contact Frida Wennberg, People & Culture, [email protected]

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SSAB is a Nordic and US-based steel company that builds a stronger, lighter and more sustainable world through value added steel products and services. Working with our partners, SSAB has developed SSAB Fossil-free™ steel and plans to reinvent the value chain from the mine to the end customer, largely eliminating carbon dioxide emissions from our own operations. SSAB Zero™, a largely carbon emission-free steel based on recycled steel, further strengthens SSAB’s leadership position and our comprehensive, sustainable offering independent of the raw material. SSAB has employees in over 50 countries and production facilities in Sweden, Finland and the US. SSAB is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and has a secondary listing on Nasdaq Helsinki. Join us on our journey! www.ssab.com, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X and YouTube.